MOT Status
ValidMileage
47,159 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy but not excessive
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Centre Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?
Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W226 VCA is a 2000 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
Across all 2000 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,176 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W226 VCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 26 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was W226 VCA registered?
W226 VCA is a 2000 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 4 August 2000.
Is W226 VCA safe to buy?
The MOT history for W226 VCA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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